The American Classic line combines tradition and Vic Firth style. With bold designs for fuller sound and deeply back-cut tips for intensified cymbal response, the American Classics are turned from select hickory, further enhancing their durability and sound.

First outing with them for band practice, they all noticed I was much louder! Hey, and I'm not mic'ed in that studio. So that means they were exactly right. Great sound on...Read complete review

First outing with them for band practice, they all noticed I was much louder! Hey, and I'm not mic'ed in that studio. So that means they were exactly right. Great sound on the ride, really rings out the crashes, hi-hats sound stronger, rebound/play on the heads is great. Really I think I'm quicker with these because of the tip from the VF BRs jazzy tip, even though they are heavier. And they are an absolute BEAST on the snare!

When I think about changing sticks I buy 1-each of different styles. I bought a 3-pack, which means I'm done shopping, these are IN now!Perfect weight and balance. Love the neck taper. Just right on the nylon tip size. Played 5Bs for years, went to VF Buddy Rich 5A/5B blend but felt that tip was too light and jazz oriented. Tested out the VF and Zildjian Rock/Nylon models and these were the winners. Have used Zildjian sticks in that past and usually like those also, but the neck was too fat, and the tip was beyond big. For metal they would be good, but for a middle ground classic rock style stick these are just right. The VF Rock on the rides really projects well.I only play VFs and Zildjians, both make great quality sticks. Good price, solid stick.

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I ordered 3 pair of these sticks. They arrived and 2 sets were used. They had black transfer on the nylon tips. Really not happy about having to clean up sticks before using....Read complete review

I ordered 3 pair of these sticks. They arrived and 2 sets were used. They had black transfer on the nylon tips. Really not happy about having to clean up sticks before using. Very surprised this happened when dealing with "musician's friend ".

I play drums for at least 3 hours a day. So I break 1-2 pairs of sticks a week. A friend recommended these, I gave 'em a try, and they didn't break so easy, and I love every aspect of them. I'll never go back to any other stick!

My son, described by his music teachers as "...Gene Krupa", requested some "lighter, thinner" sticks for his drumming. In his words these are "perfect". They give him great feel and volume control. He used them to ace his H.S. solofest. He really is a good drummer, but Gene Krupa?

I have used Vic Firth's 5AN (Nylon-tip 5A) ever since I began playing and I have loved them ever since. I tried wood tip but nothing gave me the same speed and rebound as these sticks. They do tend to break every now and then on me, but that's probably just a user error, no the sticks'. All i can say is, good job, Vic Firth!

First outing with them for band practice, they all noticed I was much louder! Hey, and I'm not mic'ed in that studio. So that means they were exactly right. Great sound on the ride, really rings out the crashes, hi-hats sound stronger, rebound/play on the heads is great. Really I think I'm quicker with these because of the tip from the VF BRs jazzy tip, even though they are heavier. And they are an absolute BEAST on the snare!

When I think about changing sticks I buy 1-each of different styles. I bought a 3-pack, which means I'm done shopping, these are IN now!Perfect weight and balance. Love the neck taper. Just right on the nylon tip size. Played 5Bs for years, went to VF Buddy Rich 5A/5B blend but felt that tip was too light and jazz oriented. Tested out the VF and Zildjian Rock/Nylon models and these were the winners. Have used Zildjian sticks in that past and usually like those also, but the neck was too fat, and the tip was beyond big. For metal they would be good, but for a middle ground classic rock style stick these are just right. The VF Rock on the rides really projects well.I only play VFs and Zildjians, both make great quality sticks. Good price, solid stick.

I really like the vic 5'A nylon tips. Perfect choice for me. I like the clean ride ping the tip brings out. I have wood tips as well for a fuller sound (my ears hear this) but I have always stuck with nylon tips and after all these.

I'm middle aged now and have been playing drums since I was young and cool :/

I have found that the tips of these sticks take longer to chip or break. Face it, they all break sooner or later. But for me these have great staying power.They also vibrate less in my lands compared to Promark sticks. Making fo ra more solid and comfortable feel.

Bottom line is they sound great, feel great, and wont buzz your hands even when yo uare not grippnig real tight.

I think these are really awesome sticks to buy. They are very comfortable, very easy to hold, they never get uncomfortable actually. In my opinion, it doesn't absorb as much energy as I thought it would, but I use 5B right now. I figure I'd try out more sizes, and see how they compare. Otherwise, very beautiful pieces of wood!

Well overall these sticks are some of the best made out there. Remember they do break if you hit hard like I do. The best sound is the rim clicks from the snare. I can not believe how loud they project. These sticks have great feel. Nylon tips sound great on my Paiste Alphas. Sound is second to none. Fast on rolls. That is probably why Buddy Rich plays these!!! These sticks work great with the band I am in. Heavy Modern Rock. Great balance, feel and control. Will project! They are made with precision accuracy. If I am in a angry hard core attitude. After work and play. These sticks will break. All sticks can break which I accept. Unfortunately that sucks cuz you spend a lot of money on these.For the value this can not be beat. Sticks relatively have stayed the same price for 10 years.

For the price, these sticks (to me) are well worth it. I play punk/rock and hardcore rock and Vic sticks never fail for me. The feel is great, and they project sound very well! I love the logos and the tip of the stick, too . If you have the money and are looking for a great pair of sticks for a great deal, look no further than Vic!

I never buy anything but Vic Firth I love the long heavy style of this particular stick I'm a big guy with long arms and I like to have weight when I'm bashing on my skins, don't like the shorter skinnier lightweight sticks at all and these are the best ones I found by far I'll never buy anything else

I ordered 3 pair of these sticks. They arrived and 2 sets were used. They had black transfer on the nylon tips. Really not happy about having to clean up sticks before using. Very surprised this happened when dealing with "musician's friend ".